FS2004 Pan Am Douglas DC-7B Package

Experience the distinctive charm of the Douglas DC-7B in the colors of Pan American, fully adapted for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. This freeware package offers refined flight deck components, an authentic external model, and functional weather radar displays. Created by George Carty, based on original work by Ken Mitchell, Tom Gibson, and Greg Pepper, this comprehensive release includes all necessary files without requiring paid extras.

Historic Design and Airline Significance

Originally introduced in the mid-1950s, the DC-7 series was developed to meet increasing demand for long-haul, piston-engine aircraft. Pan American, often referred to as Pan Am, was a pioneering carrier that operated these sleek Douglas airliners across vast oceanic routes. With advanced four-engine powerplants, the DC-7B offered faster transcontinental and transatlantic service when compared to earlier models, making it a popular choice for global carriers.

Authentic Flight Deck Configuration

This variant’s panel is meticulously modified by George Carty using Ken Mitchell and Tom Gibson’s foundational cockpit layout. You will find historically inspired gauges, a navigator’s station, and accurate engine instrumentation. Such attention to detail helps simulate the unique operational procedures of classic propliners, including engine start sequences and prop synchronization.

Refined External Model and Pan Am Livery

The exterior is derived from the original work of Greg Pepper and Tom Gibson, further refined by George Carty to enhance fuselage detailing, wing shapes, and landing gear animations. The iconic Pan American paint scheme is faithfully recreated, capturing the airline’s classic branding elements that were instantly recognizable at airports worldwide.

Weather Radar and FSUIPC Requirements

For improved situational awareness, a functional weather radar is integrated into the navigator’s panel. To ensure correct data display, installing FSUIPC is necessary, as it bridges real-time meteorological information into your simulator environment.

Installation Procedure

Unzip all files into the main Flight Simulator directory (by default located at “C:\Program Files\Microsoft Games\Flight Simulator 9\”). This process installs the aircraft files, panel configuration, and paint scheme in one step. After extracting, you can locate the aircraft in your simulator’s roster under Douglas DC-7B Pan American. Created as freeware by George Carty, Ken Mitchell, Tom Gibson, and Greg Pepper, this package stands ready for immediate operation in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004.